MCN's take on the new X10

[MrGrumpy]

According to this write up http://www.latestbikesinfo.com/test-pia ... -2012.html

Here, we noted in Fact a top speed of 155 km / h on the meter, Measured at 146 km / h at GPS. Best of all, the Piaggio X10 350 2012 has No trouble reaching conditions this limit.

155kmph = 96mph - 146kmph = 90mph

OK - good. Makes sense - Maybe someone couldn't convert Kmh to mph.

[victor]

will it be able to ride in the rain

[Deleted User 796]

will it be able to ride in the rain

I don't see why not.

[Data]

But how much torque does it have. If it has the same bhp as the 400 Burgman, I bet as a 330cc engine, it won't have the same or similar torque figure, so won't be as good to ride in the mid range or uphills or with a passenger! But what a nice bike though. Worth a look for anyone wanting to change. I wish the 500cc jobby was coming over too.

[wozza]

I think the price difference and the huge service intervals are a far better option for me than a little torque. I've generally been happy with 250 scoots, so a 330cc scoot should be neigh on perfect for me. It's all down to personal choice of course

[Data]

Woz, yes I agree. That big service interval is a good pull. And if you have been happy with 250's then the 330cc engine on the X10 will be a delight I'm sure.

[Ginger Phil]

Although the service intervals are longer the price of service parts has just gone up. Piaggio ain't daft!

[irev]

Although the service intervals are longer the price of service parts has just gone up. Piaggio ain't daft!

Yes, they are.

If they weren't they would be:

Putting every spare promotional penny into promoting to `new` scooterists the safety and security benefits of ABS/ASR
Telling every car driver Why Maxis' Make More Sense Than A Mazda.
They'd be selling through regular TV adverts
They'd be adding to the local dealer network, not removing them (my nearest Piaggio dealer? 43 miles...)
They'd be selling the X10 as part of a package that includes training to full licence, clothing, helmets and a collection/delivery loaner service for when the bike is being serviced or repaired.
Ensuring all dealers met a minimal accredited dealer standard, with fines for those who fall short and a `three strikes and you're out` franchise principle.
Have their representatives visiting all Secondary Schools with a scooter roadshow.

Frankly, If I was Piaggio Head Honcho in Spaghettinosherland I'd sack the lot, sell the building and run `Piaggio UK` from a desk in Pontedera.

There, they could employ a school leaver with a heavily-tinctured English accent, brattish attitude, absolutely no care or consideration for the customer, no promotion or marketing skills, a predilection for letting the phone ring for fifteen minutes before picking it up and they could STILL do a better job than this mob...

[MrGrumpy]

Frankly, If I was Piaggio Head Honcho in Spaghettinosherland I'd sack the lot, sell the building and run `Piaggio UK` from a desk in Pontedera.

There, they could employ a school leaver with a heavily-tinctured English accent, brattish attitude, absolutely no care or consideration for the customer, no promotion or marketing skills, a predilection for letting the phone ring for fifteen minutes before picking it up and they could STILL do a better job than this mob...

Sounds like the people who used to run Aprilia's UK operation - perhaps they could hire them..

[irev]

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